Photo by Charlotte Turner By Charlotte Turner Depictions of teens in media run the gamut from beautiful twenty-five-year-olds involved in soap opera plotlines to more accurate examinations of one of the most difficult and transitory times in a person’s life. Although there are plenty of great, interesting, and worthwhile films about being a teenager, I…… Continue reading The Only Accurate Portrayal of a Teenager in a Film
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This Summer Will Be a Good One
Photo by Kleigh Balugo By Charlotte Turner this summer will be a good one i can feel it in the way i wake up late and drink lemonade this summer will be a good one if i can start telling the truth in the different ways to exist i love the sun in my eyes…… Continue reading This Summer Will Be a Good One
The Unity Playlist
For issue 7: Unity, we chose songs that bring people together. Listen with your friends and let the good times roll! Listen to the playlist here Charlotte Turner “You’re So Vain” by Carly Simon This doesn’t seem like a song that would bring people together, as it’s just Carly Simon listing the many flaws of…… Continue reading The Unity Playlist
The Good Days Playlist
This month, we picked feel good songs to help boost your mood when you’re feeling down. ♫ Half of us chasing fountains of youth and it’s in the present now ♫ Listen to the playlist here “Good Days” by SZA Of course, what would the Good Days playlist be without this song?! Thank you SZA…… Continue reading The Good Days Playlist
Music To Make You Feel Better
Photo by Charlotte Turner By Charlotte Turner When I’m having a bad day, or I’m down in the dumps, I have a three-step program guaranteed to cheer myself up. When you’re sad, all you have to do is listen to a few classic songs by the Beastie Boys. They’re the masters of goofy hip-hop, and…… Continue reading Music To Make You Feel Better
The Coming Of Age Playlist
In the spirit of Issue 5, Kindergarten contributors curated the soundtrack to their lives. These are the songs that would play in the background of our coming of age movies. Listen along with us as the credits start to roll. Listen to the playlist here Ash Fuentes “Cliche” by Mxmtoon None of the songs I’m…… Continue reading The Coming Of Age Playlist
Underrated Coming of Age Films
Photo by Charlotte Turner By Charlotte Turner The coming of age genre is more popular than ever, but sometimes public opinion regarding these films feels a little unvaried. Sure, “Lady Bird,” “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” and “Heathers” are all great, but I don’t need to write another article singing their praises. Instead, here’s…… Continue reading Underrated Coming of Age Films
The Nostalgia Playlist
For this month’s playlist, Kindergarten contributors handpicked songs that make them feel the most nostalgic, ranging from childhood favorites to middle school anthems. Turn the volume up and travel through time with us! Listen to the playlist here Charlotte Turner “Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)” by Arcade Fire There are many songs I love that…… Continue reading The Nostalgia Playlist
Revolution Girl Style Now?
Photo by Charlotte Turner By Charlotte Turner I was predisposed to like Netflix’s latest original film “Moxie.” An adaptation of a novel by Jennifer Mathieu, it follows teen girl Vivian as she discovers her mom’s past involvement in the 90s riot grrrl scene, and creates her own feminist zine taking down the sexism of her…… Continue reading Revolution Girl Style Now?
The Soulmates Playlist
Our third issue, Soulmates, is centered around love. In the spirit of soulmates and Valentine’s Day, Kindergarten contributors made a Spotify playlist of their most listened to love songs, most of which we’ve cried to. Whether you love or hate love songs, we’ve got you covered with recommendations. Listen to the playlist here Abbey Steinman…… Continue reading The Soulmates Playlist
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